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Sustainable Development Minister Rochelle Squires announced today that the Manitoba government is eliminating 400 vehicles from its government fleet, which she claims will save approximately $2.3 million in operating costs. The move could save money. However, MGEU President Michelle Gawronsky is worried that the savings will come at the employees’ expense.

Michelle Gawronsky has been elected to her 4th term as MGEU President at the 65th biennial convention. Charlotte McWilliams was elected 1st Vice President, Douglas Troke 2nd Vice President, Shelley Wiggins 3rd Vice President, and Ed Miller 4th Vice President.

MGEU President Michelle Gawronsky kicked off the union’s 65th Convention – Public Service Proud – this evening. “Over the last two years, everyone on our MGEU team has been working incredibly hard - responding to challenges and making sure the right people are in the right place, getting things done.”

As of November 1, 2018, all Manitoba public-sector organizations must comply with the Accessibility for Manitobans Act, which aims to create a more inclusive society by removing barriers to everyday living while promoting dignity and respect for Manitobans with disabilities.